All posts tagged "farmers"
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127Rice News in EnglishFlood devastates paddy lands in Kakching
Widespread flooding has severely damaged paddy fields in Kakching district, Manipur, with nearly 50% of rice crops expected to be lost. The...
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117Rice News in EnglishRice prices rising despite ample harvests : Bangladesh
Despite a record high rice production of over 4 crore tonnes in Bangladesh for FY 2023-24, prices are rising, affecting low-income families....
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133Rice News in EnglishFarmers get 46 new rice varieties in last 5 years
In Andhra Pradesh, 46 new rice varieties introduced from 2020 to 2024 have improved yields and resilience. Developed by ICAR, these varieties...
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104Maize News in EnglishClimate-smart agriculture breathes new life into NW maize yields
Research in South Africa’s North West province shows that climate-smart farming boosts maize yields and food security. Techniques like drought-tolerant seeds, mulching,...
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104Sugar News in EnglishGovt fails to clear dues worth more than Rs 2.57 billion to milk and sugarcane producing farmers
It's essential to verify information through reputable sources before sharing to prevent the spread of misinformation. Fact-checking helps ensure accuracy and truth,...
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124Rice News in EnglishJorhat farmer fights to save indigenous rice seeds
Mahan Chandra Borah, a 41-year-old farmer from Jorhat, Assam, argues that indigenous rice varieties should be considered heritage. For 20 years, he...
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106Maize News in EnglishNFRA to buy 100,000 tonnes of maize in Rukwa
The NFRA Sumbawanga Zonal Office will purchase 100,000 tonnes of maize this season using a new digital system for enhanced efficiency. The...
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171Maize News in EnglishMaize crop in lower Kangra hit as infestation persists
In Kangra district, maize farmers are battling fall armyworm infestations, damaging about 10% of the crop. With past issues involving simian and...
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105Maize News in EnglishInspect quality of maize seeds sold in Perambalur, worried farmers tell TN government
In Perambalur, maize farmers are concerned about the quality of seeds after poor performance last year. They demand inspections of this year’s...
